Most people are unaware that classical singers face many of the same roadeblocks that actors face when it comes to typecasting and stereotypes. Today we take an interesting look at "Fach-isms", vocal stereotypes and you can learn to love it, accept it, work with it, but most importantly "lean in" to it.

My guest for today is international operatic sensation, Phillip K. Bullock. Phillip is a native of Washington D. C., has been featured in recitals, concerts, and operas both nationally and internationally. Recently, Mr. Bullock performed the role of Jake in Porgy and Bess at the Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City, Mexico. Mr. Bullock has also been seen in performances of Porgy and Bess in Copenhagen, Denmark with the Royal Danish Opera. Other notable operatic performances include Figaro in Le nozze di Figaro, Papageno in the Magic Flute, John Brook in Mark Adamo's Little Women, the Marquis D'Obgny in La Traviata, and Jake Wallace in last season's production of La Fanciulla del West with Kentucky Opera. In summer of 2015, in addition to making his debut with Maryland Lyric Opera, Mr. Bullock was the baritone soloist in Brahms' Ein Deutsches Requiem with the National Music Festival Orchestra. This upcoming season, as a Young Artist with Kentucky Opera, he can be seen in performances of Verdi’s Macbeth, and various concerts and recitals.

Would you like to learn more about Phillip? Visit his website! Visit http://www.phillipbullock.com/

If your are a musician then the best thing that could probably happen to you is to get signed to a major deal right? Wrong! Today the music business is not all fun and games as it appears to be, as a matter of fact, some of your favorite artists may not even be worth as much as your boss. There is a lot of gray area in the contracts being signed by artists today which usually leave the artist with the short end of the deal. This is why a lot of artists are taking the independent route and finding more success than they could have ever imagined by opting for what some might say is the more difficult road. There will be 3 main topics we will discuss. We will talk about why so many artists ares deciding to take the independent route rather than just signing to a major label.also we'll explain some of the pros and cons of being an Indy artist rather than being signed. Our Special Guest will be none other than New Orleans Hottest Independent artist Maxx Pain as well as debut some songs off of his EP "The Marquis Larue Story" that has the streets of New Orleans on fire. To tune in call (917)932-1078 press 1 to ask a question or comment live on air!!!

If your are a musician then the best thing that could probably happen to you is to get signed to a major deal right? Wrong! Today the music business is not all fun and games as it appears to be, as a matter of fact, some of your favorite artists may not even be worth as much as your boss. There is a lot of gray area in the contracts being signed by artists today which usually leave the artist with the short end of the deal. This is why a lot of artists are taking the independent route and finding more success than they could have ever imagined by opting for what some might say is the more difficult road. There will be 3 main topics we will discuss. We will talk about why so many artists ares deciding to take the independent route rather than just signing to a major label.also we'll explain some of the pros and cons of being an Indy artist rather than being signed. Our Special Guest will be none other than New Orleans Hottest Independent artist Maxx Pain as well as debut some songs off of his EP "The Marquis Larue Story" that has the streets of New Orleans on fire. To tune in call (917)932-1078 press 1 to ask a question or comment live on air!!!

The inspiring and uplifting “I’ll Be The One” features a balmy acoustic flavor and a message of comfort and divine companionship. It was produced by Marquis Boone and veteran mixing engineer Chris Carter for Marquis Boone Enterprises. The digital EP features a radio edit, the full version, acapella vocals, an instrumental and a karaoke version of the song. For news and updates, visit www.brination.org.

Jay Smith, songwriter of (I Love You This Big - Scotty McCreery) American Idol takes a stand and delivers new inspiration after writing the hit single for the country star who’s single sold gold with more than 830,135.00 and in 2014 was certified platinum.